DEPARTMENT: Wastewater Pollution Control Plant
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
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- Inspects repairs and maintains electrical and/or electronic operating and control systems, equipment and fixtures, including instrumentation and heating/cooling systems, pertinent plans and specifications and/or job orders, under general direction of the Senior Manager.
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- Uses standard and special electrical and electronic tools and equipment; such as, but not limited to: volt-meters, amp-meters, oscilloscopes, etc.
- Installs new and rebuilt equipment.
- Interprets oral and written instructions, specifications, wiring diagrams, electronic schematics and codes.
- Maintains maintenance records.
- Installs conduit, raceway and electrical conductors.
- Tests existing installations to determine faults and makes necessary repairs.
- Exercises independent judgment in solving normal work problems.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Installs Concrete foundations for Pole replacement and Traffic controller cabinets.
- Installs Span wire, traffic Signals, Cables and related hardware.
- Installs Loops in pavement for vehicle detection at traffic intersections
- Oversees electrical installations being performed by subcontractors.
- Repairs all city owned street lighting Ex. Antique lighting downtown, Hospital and Rt 57 Bypass.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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- Minimum of five years of working experience as an electrician.
- Must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
- Skill in electricity, electronics, computers, and software including Windows 7 and XP, and proprietary High level of competence in troubleshooting energized and deenergized circuits;
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and Ability to prepare total material lists and costs for projects.
- Must be trustworthy and able to communicate satisfactorily with other employees and the general public.
- Thorough knowledge of and skill in applying national and local electrical codes.
- Must possess an electrical license from the State of Ohio or be able to obtain an electrical license from the State of Ohio within one year of start date.
- Must have full knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in industrial settings.
- Must be able to perform heavy manual labor, which includes lifting, reaching, stretching and bending.
- Must have the ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Must have and continually maintain a working telephone (proof will be required and records must be kept up to date).
- Must be available for emergencies which occur during off-duty hours.
- Must have and maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License.
- Must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Bucket truck, trucks, meters and test equipment, hand held power tools.
Digital multi-meters, power tools, & Bucket trucks.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORK CONDITIONS:
The employee has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, and/or windy conditions while working on various jobs; has exposure to various chemicals used in the wastewater industry; has potential exposure to water borne diseases, potentially noxious gases or vapors, entering confined spaces and use of ladders; varying degrees of noise, this position involves physically demanding manual labor.
RATES OF PAY: $53,250 – $57,500
BENEFITS:
The City of Elyria offers a comprehensive package of great benefits! Healthcare, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, and group life insurance. Time-off benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
SCHEDULE OF HOURS:
Regular schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
This position demands off-schedule hours, call-in hours, stand-by work, and other non-routinely scheduled duties. Incumbents must understand that their flexibility is second to the City’s work demands during times of weather or service emergencies.
Qualified candidates should submit a City of Elyria application found at www.cityofelyria.org via e-mail to careers@cityofelyria.org or by mail or in person to ATTN: HR, 131 Court Street, Suite 104, Elyria, OH 44035.
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